We are praying for the friends and family of these men who in their respective fields made great contributions. Former Surgeon General C. Everett Koop – see here Biblical scholar Ralph P. Martin – see here
Filed under Memoriam …
James Grier – 1932 – 2013
Our local community is mourning the death of James Grier, Distinguished Professor of Philosophical Theology at Cornerstone University and Grand Rapids Theological Seminary. I met Dr. Grier only a couple of times. Once at a book table that I did last year and then here in the store. I heard numerous stories from students who … Continue reading »
In Memory of Those Who Served and Gave Their Lives
I salute the memory of those members of our Armed Forces who cannot be with us this day to enjoy their friends and family.
Chuck Colson – 1931 – 2012
Shortly after Chuck Colson professed his new faith people asked him how could they know if he was genuine. He stated quite simply that they couldn’t. “Wait 10 years and see what I’m doing.” Well, we had 35 years and what God did in his life was real and the church is the better for … Continue reading »
Thomas Kinkade – 1958 – 2012
The famed painter known as the “painter of light,” Thomas Kinkade, died this past Friday. His art was both adored by his fans and snubbed by his critics. His work is estimated to be in over 10 million homes. That’s a lot of fans. Our prayers are with his family, friends and long-time lovers of his … Continue reading »
R. T. France – 1938 – 2012 and John Hick – 1922 – 2012
New Testament scholar and Anglican cleric R. T. France passed away this past Saturday (Feb 10th). France was the author of such works as The Gospel of Matthew in the New International Commentary on the New Testament series, The Gospel of Mark in the New International Greek Commentary series, Matthew: Evangelist and Teacher and many … Continue reading »
C. K. Barrett – 1917 – August 26, 2011
New Testament students should know the name of C. K. Barrett. His reputation as a New Testament scholar and commentator are legend. D. A. Carson writes this of Barrett’s commentary on John: “Among the major works on John, one of the best one-volume treatments on the Greek text is still that of C. K. Barrett … Continue reading »
